Seattle Genetics

Sr. Manager/Associate Director, Market Access

Commercial - Bothell, Washington

Description

Seattle Genetics is an emerging global multi-product biotechnology company that develops and commercializes innovative antibody-based therapies for the treatment of cancer. The companyís industry-leading antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) technology harnesses the targeting ability of antibodies to deliver cell-killing agents directly to cancer cells. In addition to one marketed product, we are advancing a strong product pipeline of novel therapies for solid tumors and blood-related cancers designed to address significant unmet medical needs and improve treatment outcomes for patients.

Summary

In the context of a rapidly evolving payer environment, Seattle Genetics is an emerging multi-product global oncology company. With a strong commitment to demonstrate product value to the healthcare system, we are building a sophisticated reimbursement and pricing capability to support optimal market access. The Global Market Access team, within the Global Value Access & Pricing (GVA&P) function, is a team committed to excellence in this capability in order to position Seattle Genetics for continued success.

This global team is responsible for strategic planning of value and access for oncology molecules in development, beginning in Phase I-II and extending throughout commercialization across the Seattle Genetics portfolio. This work also includes lifecycle planning and access strategy for our current brand, Adcetris. Additionally, the team is responsible for global strategic pricing, including recommendations for global price bands and launch sequence. Each Access Plan integrates coverage and reimbursement, pricing, value evidence, and policy into the development of a strategic plan that supports the overarching commercial position and links to the clinical attributes of the molecule. This plan elucidates and communicates the global strategies and tactics to secure and maintain access throughout the life cycle of a specific molecule.

The position will report into the Global Access Lead for one or more oncology programs. He/she will lead and coordinate cross-functional efforts within Global Value Access & Pricing (GVA&P) in order to support all elements of the access planning process. Key cross-functional stakeholders will include global colleagues in Marketing, Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, Health Economics & Outcomes research, Regulatory, Operations and regional colleagues in US Managed Markets, EU Value Access & Pricing, and Canada. This position is based in Bothell, WA and requires a highly motivated individual that is able to work effectively up, down and across the organization to accomplish objectives.

Responsibilities:

Lead cross-functional brand-specific value and access efforts including strategy creation, situation analysis, identification of critical success factors, and development of pricing guidance and maintenance of price policy. Ensure alignment across all functions in communication and execution of access strategies and initiatives.

Lead the development and execution of brand specific value strategy, data generation, messaging and tools for assigned programs.

Oversee and conduct relevant payer market research and integrate clinical, market and payer information to further improve access plan and communication approach.

Collaborate with Marketing and the Commercial Training & Development team training to develop payer plan of action, tools and training.

Assist with brand strategic planning and quarterly business reviews for assigned programs.

Support US oncology sales teams and Managed Markets as needed; effectively triage and address escalated payer/value related questions and issues.

Qualifications:

5+ years of relevant experience, including previous experience in a payer role or in international (ex-US) assignment and/or Business Development and/or product commercialization and/or pharmaceutical pricing.

Strong understanding of the payer environment for oncology in major countries, including coverage and reimbursement, pricing, HTA.

Experience with commercial or payer assessments for pipeline programs.

Ability to review clinical and health economic literature, including disease state information, clinical trial design and results, and pharmacoeconomic studies, in order to understand implications for value to payers.

Ability to drive results in a highly fluid, interactive, matrixed environment and build strong, successful business partnerships with affiliate, regional and global colleagues.

As the leading employer in our industry in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle Genetics is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the whole lives of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage, group and supplemental life insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and much more. To learn more about Seattle Genetics, please visit www.seattlegenetics.com.

Seattle Genetics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.